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Topical Antibacterial
Efficacy
54%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Note: Benzoyl peroxide clears the skin completely when applied correctly.
Topical Antibacterial
Acne.org’s Real World Take
It’s been a staple of acne treatment for decades for a reason. When used properly it can completely clear the skin. It is widely available and affordable. Comes with side effects for the first few weeks and can bleach fabric.
Topical Antibacterial
How to Get It
This is an over-the-counter treatment. Here are some places you can find it online.
Used Benzoyl Peroxide? Rate It:
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April 2, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Cons:
Ive been using it for 3 years and i still have acne. It only helps control the acne i currently have. It doesnt prevent future breakouts. It leaves my skin dry and red if I use it twice a day.
It doesnt prevent future breakouts and drys out your skin. Not a good product.
March 31, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Allright I guess, but wasn't the product for me
Cons:
Expensive, made my skin more oily, and ALOT more sensitive, itchy, red etc...
Sucks
March 31, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
No pros at all.
Cons:
It doesn't work.
I just used it twice and my face got red, itchy, swollen... I can't even look anymore because my eyes are completely swollen, I got huge bumps in my face so my ears are hurting really badly now... I just look like a monster and I did everything exactly like it said. I even had to go to the doctor because I developped a very bad reaction on it. I am not satiesfied at all and very, very frustrated.
March 28, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Worked very quickly, cleared up my severe acne within a week. It didn't irritate my extremely sensitive skin.
Cons:
A bit drying, and far too expensive.
If you have the money for this product, get it.
March 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Totally rid off deep acne and dried out existing ones.
Cons:
Did not prevent small pimples every now and then.
Extremely drying to the face, especially when using toner. I tried forgoing the toner and applying some other 'oil-free' moisturiser. Seemed to improve, but the small pimples still prevailed.
Cleanser: Using generous amounts massaged on a damp face provided the best thorough cleansing. Toner: Made my face look shiny (oily?). Stinks real bad. Repairing Lotion: Generous amounts recommended, with extra dabs on spots. (Recommended to use with an additional moisturiser.) The most affordable, user-friendly, and effective product I tried to prevent severe acne. Doesn't seem to stop minor pimples, however. Also, it causes over-drying which leads to the formation of wrinkles (at a young age)! No real effect on lightening scars. Fully agree with Sarah, Oklahom
March 25, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
Cleared up my skin within 1-2 weeks
Don't need to cake on make-up anymore!
Leaves skin smooth
Cons:
A little drying
I've tried many different products for my acne, over the counter and prescription. Nothing can measure up to the Proactiv. I've been using it now for 2 weeks and for the first time in years, I can go out without caking on concealer or foundation. I had very minimal redness and drying from the 3 step program. Mostly around the nose, but a little moisturizer helped that. Proavtiv makes my skin look so smooth and toned. I really have no complaints. I'm so pleased with the prduct so far. I hope it will continue to help me. Try this product!!
March 24, 2009
Product used: AcneFree (24 Hour Acne Clearing System)
Pros:
Quick results, smooth, acne free skin!
Cons:
Step 3 burned the skin around my eye area. I still use it, except for around the eye area.
Good product
March 23, 2009
Product used: Clean & Clear (Continuous Control Acne Cleanser)
Pros:
This stuff smells clean and goes on pretty easy. clears you up well. Benzoyl Peroxide is benzoyl peroxide, no matter what form it is.
Cons:
stuff can dry you out cuz its 10% but i honestly never had much of an issue. i actually like that it dries it a bit cuz i have oily skin so within 2 hours of use any dryness is gone. the consistency is a little off...its too solid. but thats personal
affordable effective product that reduces existing acne fairly quickly. works well in conjunction with an oral antibiotic. Also, people talk about it "tingling" and going to work on your acne, but if you look at the ingredients, the tingling is caused by menthol (the ingredient in cough drops that causes cooling sensation), which to my knowledge has no effect on acne. so the tingling is just an effect to make you feel like its working but dont get caught up in it.
i like it because i live in a dorm and dont want to have the hassle of rubbing lotion on my face for 5 minutes 2 times per day. just once in the shower and once another time and you get your 2x per day BP dose.
March 23, 2009
Pros:
It works!, Its cheap, it doesn't taste bad!
Cons:
I CANT FIND IT ANYMORE!
This stuff works so well! better then proactive, I don't actually use the cream as it has seemed to irritate my skin, but Ive been taking the pills for years and its turned everything right around, as long as you can remember to take 2 pills daily I highly recommend this item! I wouldn't use anything else
March 22, 2009
Product used: Proactiv Solution (Acne Treatment System)
Pros:
It clears up the skin for a bit
Cons:
Doesn't have any long term benefits
Only takes away pimples for a short time, but they return and usually bring friends
Its frustrating to use a product that works for a little while and then doesn't work, and then increases my acne problem.
The only time proactiv ever fully worked for me for longer then a 2 weeks period was when I would do the steps 3 times a day. Not realistic at all.
I can't continue to pay for a product that is expensive and doesn't actually do what it says!
Pros:
It works for the acne you already have.